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Richard III

by William Shakespeare

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Richard III Overview Quiz

Test your knowledge of Britain's history, at least according to William Shakespeare. eNotes' Richard III Overview Quiz contains ten essential questions on the historical play and its controversial main character to aid you in your review. Bring on "the winter of our discontent," quiz your way to a better grade below!

  1. What outrageous claim regarding Queen Elizabeth does Richard make?

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  2. What does Richard want Casteby to find out about Hastings?

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  3. What does Richard tell Buckingham he wants in regard to the two princes?

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  4. Why is Stanley on Richard's side?

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  5. What lie about the princes of Wales does Richard try to spread?

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  6. How does Richard pursue Richmond?

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  7. Whom does Richard convince his brother, King Edward, to imprison?

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  8. From what physical affliction does Richard suffer?

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  9. What does Richard expressly forbid the murderers of Clarence to do?

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  10. Where does Richard try to convince the Prince of Wales to lodge?

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